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Corman Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Running trail in Decatur, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Corman Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Kid-friendly park with playgrounds, pavilions and a walking trail.
What runners say about Corman Park
“They have a small walking track, several playground sets, a pavilion with tables, and clean bathrooms.”
“Several play areas for kids of all ages and an exercise spot too.”
My kids (ages 10-infant) prefer this park above any other in the area. There are multiple playgrounds surrounded by a walk path. Today, the kids played while baby and momma got in a mile walk. I could see the kids while pushing the stroller around so my kids were able to play while baby napped. Huge mom win!
We love this park it has lots of playgrounds for the different ages.the bathrooms are open and clean. The water fountains work are clean, cold. The walking trail is great. Theres no graffitti. No loud music. Kids are well behaved. Enjoy going.
This place is built for all ages. From 2 years to 99 years old. Playgrounds galore, built in exercise equipment and a great walking path. Amazing place
We love this park. Quiet and safe, off the road and an area for young and older kids. Plenty of swings and handicap access swings. A nice running path
Trail conditions & character
“They have a small walking track, several playground sets, a pavilion with tables, and clean bathrooms.”
Plan your run at Corman Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–9 PM |
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